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MOOCs and Open Education is a book which deals with issues having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest evolvements in online learning technology are providing the means for people in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These online MOOCs are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online education institutions are struggling with now that learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can we assure that the quality control for these MOOCs is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage issues like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing desire to comprehend how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and many other participants need to better perceive these new open education initiatives. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing desire for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource topics. This thrilling new book also examines the major controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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